Strange Passions (1983)

Strange Passions (1983) poster

It is the post-war era on the Latvian border, and the Lithuanian girl Maryte has located her relative, Antanas. Having been a farmhand on a rich farm as well as the lover of the owner's wife, upon his return from the war Antanas hopes to gain as much as he can from the collapse of the old world. The wife's daughter, Ausma, has since grown up and seems much more desirable to Antanas than his former lover. The historical situation makes for a tense atmosphere, because in the nighttime partisans may emerge from the forest, while during the daytime everyone must be careful to follow the new rules of life under Soviet rule.

Director: Janis Streics
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 84 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Uldis Stabulnieks
Cinematography: Harijs Kukels
Editing: Margarita Surdeko
Production: Rīgas kinostudija
Country: Soviet Union
Language: Latviešu
Original Language: lv
More Films by Director: Janis Streics
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Strange Passions about?
It is the post-war era on the Latvian border, and the Lithuanian girl Maryte has located her relative, Antanas. Having been a farmhand on a rich farm as well as the lover of the owner's wife, upon his return from the war Antanas hopes to gain as much as he can from the collapse of the old world. The wife's daughter, Ausma, has since grown up and seems much more desirable to Antanas than his former lover. The historical situation makes for a tense atmosphere, because in the nighttime partisans may emerge from the forest, while during the daytime everyone must be careful to follow the new rules of life under Soviet rule.
Who directed Strange Passions?
Strange Passions was directed by Janis Streics.
Who stars in Strange Passions?
Strange Passions stars Vija Artmane, Vizma Ozoliņa- Kvēpa, Zane Jančevska, Algirdas Paulavicius, Leonid Obolensky, Janis Paukstello.
How long is Strange Passions?
Strange Passions has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is Strange Passions?
Strange Passions is a Drama film.
Where was Strange Passions produced?
Strange Passions was produced in Soviet Union.